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The Nutcracker

Tuesday, December 4, 2012

New Dance Company Will Perform 'The Nutcracker' Dec. 8

Company specializes in specializes in Russian Vaganova Ballet.

A new dance company that recently opened up in Avon is hosting its inaugural performance, The Nutcracker, on Dec. 8 at the Avon Ballroom. The performance features students from ages 4 to 13. The Lakeshore DreamDance Company, which specializes in Russian Vaganova Ballet, has been operating out of the Avon Ballroom in Chester Square since late last summer. “We are the first company training this method since Cleveland Ballet and Marquerite Duncan closed,” owner Leisa Mullins said. Mullins, who studied at the Marquerite Duncan School of Dance, said the dance will feature 20 performers, including Mullins’ two sets of twins, ages 8 and 7, who she said were her “inspiration” for starting the company. Mullins was on hand for a recent rehearsal, …

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